David
New Hazelton ,BC
Summary
Hardworking professional with proven skills in securing and managing loads and planning optimal routes. Skilled driver with stable history of consistent, safe and efficient deliveries. Team player with service-oriented mindset.
Knowledgeable professional with several years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Operator
Hangovers Chicken and Fish
New Hazelton
03.2020 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Directed financial health of company by reviewing financial reports and statements to implement changes in operations resulting in greater profits.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Reported delays due to breakdowns, weather or traffic conditions and emergencies relating to pick up or delivery of products.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities.
Sale Rep
Frito Lay Canada/ Pepsico Foods
Smithers
03.2011 - 01.2023
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve products and services.
- Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.
- Analyzed sales space capacities based on system parameters, securing high stock availability.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of orders.
- Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Reset store displays for special events and seasonal merchandise changes.
- Researched competitors' products, prices, and sales techniques.
- Negotiated pricing contracts with customers to maximize profits.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing processes and implemented solutions accordingly.
- Identified opportunities for cross-selling additional products and services.
- Conducted market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs.
Store Manager
Extra Foods
Smithers
05.2007 - 03.2011
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
Owner Operator
Mountainside Cafe and Catering
Smithers, British Columbia
03.2001 - 12.2007
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Directed financial health of company by reviewing financial reports and statements to implement changes in operations resulting in greater profits.
- Evaluated employee performance metrics against established benchmarks in order to determine areas of improvement.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Provided leadership support for team members through coaching and mentorship programs.
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
Education
Culinary Arts Red Seal Chef - Culinary Arts
VCC
Vancouver, BC12-1991
Skills
- Financial management
- Regulatory compliance
- Market research
- Inventory management
- Employee relations
- Logbook management
- Excellent communication
- Vehicle inspection
- Purchasing and planning
- Sales management
- Profit and loss accountability
- Accurate record keeping
- Shipping and packaging
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner Operator
Hangovers Chicken and Fish
03.2020 - Current
Sale Rep
Frito Lay Canada/ Pepsico Foods
03.2011 - 01.2023
Store Manager
Extra Foods
05.2007 - 03.2011
Owner Operator
Mountainside Cafe and Catering
03.2001 - 12.2007
Culinary Arts Red Seal Chef - Culinary Arts
VCC